Tech Licensing Strategist for University Innovations

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Licensing Manager to lead commercialization of university innovations. You will market technology, identify licensees, negotiate and maintain agreements, and coordinate patent filings with external counsel.

Responsibilities include providing IP guidance, collaborating with researchers and legal teams, and preparing licensing activity reports for internal stakeholders. Hybrid work in Rochester, NY with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering (biomedical preferred).
• Advanced degree in business, law or sciences preferred.
• 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Strong knowledge of intellectual property law and licensing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements strategies for commercialization of University innovations.
• Markets technology and identifies potential licensees.
• Negotiates and maintains license agreements.
• Manages patent application filing and maintenance.
• Provides IP counsel and coordinates with legal counsel.
• Prepares licensing reports for internal stakeholders.

Skills

IP law knowledge

Licensing negotiations

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Advanced degree in business/law/sciences preferred

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a Licensing Manager to lead commercialization of university innovations. You will market technology, identify licensees, negotiate and maintain agreements, and coordinate patent filings with external counsel.

Responsibilities include providing IP guidance, collaborating with researchers and legal teams, and preparing licensing activity reports for internal stakeholders. Hybrid work in Rochester, NY with a competitive salary range.